Speak up
for those who cannot speak for
themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed.
For well over 7 years
we have been planning and pushing for the need of a homeless shelter for men
and families in our community. Our
church and many we work with has seen this need first hand as we have served
hundreds of people during this time believing we are to demonstrate the love of God to our community by meeting needs and
winning the right to share Jesus with those we serve.
That is a big deal,
and that is our calling. Throughout
these years there have been many ups and many downs. We have battled opposition. We have held up the banner of those in
need. We have met many, many people who
have found themselves homeless.
Now the time has
come. This day makes a new
beginning. Our transitional home for men
and families who have found themselves homeless opens it’s doors. This is an answer to prayer. This is a success story from hard work. This is a day that dreams come true.
Over the last two
years we have used local hotels to serve homeless friends. It is time to take the next step with opening
a home. We will be able to serve a few
men and one family at a time. This is
not easy work, and it is not just about homelessness. It is about giving people an opportunity to
take a break and take a breathe and then make some good choices to get back on
their feet.
I am grateful for
those who have helped us get to this point.
Our church is grateful. Our
volunteers and staff are excited. I
cannot wait to share stories with you of some of the people we will be blessed
to serve.
Will you pray? Will you give? Go to https://tcf.ccbchurch.com/goto/giving
and choose The Community Dream Center.
Those funds will help homeless friends have a place to stay and be able
to find hope. Will you volunteer? Let me know if you want to help.
Join me. Join others.
Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves and serve those who
are in difficult places. You might save
a life. We might lead someone to
Jesus. That is a dream come true!
2 Corinthians 9:11 NLT
Yes, you will be enriched in every way so that
you can always be generous. And when we take your gifts to those who need them, they will
thank God.
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